Fci-marion
EPA ID: IL1995247 · 1,544 people served · 1 ZIP code
Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Fci-marion recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 1,544 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fci-marion Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Fci-marion serves a community with a median household income of $69,914 and an estimated 27,779 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 33% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Fci-marion's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 1% of homes in Williamson County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Illinois
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Fci-marion (EPA ID: IL1995247) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 1,544 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 62959 in Marion.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 62959 — Marion
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fci-marion (IL1995247) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fci-marion water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Fci-marion has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Fci-marion serve?
Fci-marion serves approximately 1,544 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.
Where does Fci-marion get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.